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Crystal Fontanez

Crystal Fontanez

Poinciana,FL

Work Preference

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

Remote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work week

Summary

WRITER WITH 14 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE LEVERAGING READING SKILLS, WRITING, AND COMPUTER SKILLS TO PRODUCE CLEAR, ENGAGING CONTENT. PROFICIENT WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE, BILINGUAL COMMUNICATION, AND BASIC FINANCIAL HANDLING, SUPPORTING ACCURATE, TIMELY WORK AND EFFECTIVE AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT. SEEKS OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPAND WRITING RESPONSIBILITIES AND CONTRIBUTE TO COLLABORATIVE CONTENT PROJECTS WHILE CONTINUING TO DEVELOP EDITORIAL AND DIGITAL PUBLISHING SKILLS.

Proactive and motivated Creative entrepreneur with high-energy approach to building and optimizing business operations. Solid understanding of facets such as financial, business and personnel management. Results-driven and industrious with conscientious attention to critical details and big-picture needs.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secretary

01.2016
  • Money handling, taking notes, and an audit assistant recorder.

Author/Digital Publisher

Draft2Digital
01.2024 - Current

I am a creative writer, designer, and self published.

Author

Barnes and Noble Press
01.2024 - Current
  • Applied established research and organizational skills, writing accessible, engaging and informative content with audience and team objectives in mind.
  • Understood and utilized varying language styles, appealing to ranging target audiences through deliberate voice and word choice.
  • Helped develop and maintain clear and consistent brand voice in multiple media platforms.

Author

Google Play Books
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided writing support in fast-paced environment for variety of public-facing materials.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
  • Revised written material to meet personal standards and to satisfy needs of clients, publishers or producers.

Writer/Blogger

Medium.com
01.2024 - Current
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
  • Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
  • Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
  • Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
  • Played instrumental role in creative planning and review sessions, working with resourceful team to elevate quality of content and designs.
  • Wrote fiction or nonfiction prose such as short stories, novels or biographies as well as advertising material for use in promoting sale of goods and services.
  • Researched and wrote news stories, articles and reviews for online publications.
  • Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
  • Prepared and submitted professional proposals to select publishers to outline works, promotional skills and literary experience.

Freelancer

Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing
01.2017 - Current

Babysitter

Private Care
01.2014 - Current
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Assisted older kids with homework, school projects and chores.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Documented children's growth and development.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.

Author

01.2010 - Current

Volunteer

Poinciana Branch Library
07.2013 - 01.2016
  • COORDINATED EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS, ENHANCING PARTICIPATION RATES, FACE PAINTER FOR EVENTS.
  • STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY TIES THROUGH SHARED LEARNING.

Education

No Degree - Amazon publishing course

Coursera
Online
01.2022

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Kissimmee, FL
06.2011

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Basic Math
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Computer Knowledge
  • Finance
  • Virtual Assistant
  • Volunteering Librarian
  • Copywriting
  • Content Writing
  • Contract review
  • Employee relations
  • Business ethics
  • Meeting management
  • Expense reporting
  • Calendar management

Accomplishments

  • Earned numerous referrals to other families due to exceptional reliability, affordable rate, and positive reports.
  • Positively influenced kids with behavior issues, improving family quality of life.
  • Received consistent positive remarks for quality of care.
  • Increased parents' happiness by taking on additional chores and relieving burdens.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Affiliations

N/a

Certification

  • Certified Writer, Coursera -

Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Interests

  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Martial Arts elementary basic skills
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Designing and Printing 3D Models
  • Avid Reader
  • Crocheting
  • Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
  • Reading
  • Fundraising Events
  • Rock Climbing
  • Web Development and Design
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Gardening
  • Graphic Design
  • Cooking
  • Dancing
  • Baking
  • Music
  • Blogging/Vlogging
  • Gym Workouts
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Yoga
  • Animal Care
  • Fashion and Style
  • Coding and Programming
  • Video Gaming
  • Swimming
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Playing Sports
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Blogging
  • Interior Design
  • Digital Art and Animation
  • I have a passion for photography and editing photos
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Volunteer Work
  • Photography
  • Sharing recipes, cooking tips, and culinary experiences through blogs and social media platforms
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • Design and Build Websites
  • Creative Writing

Hobbies and Interests

  • Blogging
  • Photography
  • Vlogging youtube
  • Instagram handle/TikTok influencer
  • Penpee.com (writer) and affiliate
  • Fiverr affiliate/ Fiverr seller
  • Facebook influencer
  • Book reviewer
  • Reader
  • Freelance copy editor
  • Freelance web designer and digital designer

Adobe Certified

2011 at my awards ceremony while graduating

Work Availability

monday
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Quote

How many ideas have there been in the history of the human race that were unthinkable ten years before they appeared?
Fyodor Dostoevsky

Software

Chromebook

Microsoft office

Google Docs

Google Drive

Timeline

Author/Digital Publisher

Draft2Digital
01.2024 - Current

Author

Barnes and Noble Press
01.2024 - Current

Author

Google Play Books
01.2024 - Current

Writer/Blogger

Medium.com
01.2024 - Current

Freelancer

Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing
01.2017 - Current

Secretary

01.2016

Babysitter

Private Care
01.2014 - Current

Volunteer

Poinciana Branch Library
07.2013 - 01.2016

Author

01.2010 - Current

No Degree - Amazon publishing course

Coursera

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Crystal Fontanez